Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting

4.9 (1,051 reviews)3 hPuerto VallartaAdventureSightseeingFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 12:00 pm, 4 h 30 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h 30 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Puerto Vallarta20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
  3. 8:40 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 12:10 pm.
  4. 11:40 am
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 12:00 pm
    Back at the gangway4 h 30 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical Puerto Vallarta call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:40 am and be back at the gangway around 12:00 pm — 3 h 30 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 1:00 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

We don't have a verified start point for this tour yet, so we assume 20 min each way from the pier — the typical ride in Puerto Vallarta. Check the meeting point on the booking page.

Among the 400 Puerto Vallarta shore excursions we track, this is one of the shorter ones (the median runs 4 h); 86% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Puerto Vallarta call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Experience an authentic adventure in the Sierra Madre de Puerto Vallarta with the 3-hour Dirty Monkey Tour. This off-road experience takes you on mountain trails, terrace roads, creek crossings and small local villages, showing you the most natural side of the region.

The tour starts at our base with a safety talk, where you will receive protective gear and your assigned quad bike. Our guides will accompany you throughout the tour to ensure a fun and safe experience.

During the route we will stop at a panoramic viewpoint to take pictures and enjoy the views of the mountain. Afterwards we will continue along sections with splashes and make a stop to rest, swim and enjoy a drink or snack (not included).

Ideal for couples, friends and travelers looking for adventure, nature and fun.

Get ready to get dirty and live the Dirty Monkey experience.

Private tour English, Spanish

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • First aid kit
  • helmet,googles,sheepskin
  • Fuel surcharge

Not included

  • Food and drinks are paid by our customers.
  • tips and souvenirs
  • pick up round transportation (not included)
  • The ATV collision insurance payment will be paid at the time of registration.
  • The UTV collision insurance payment will be paid at the time of registration.

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Stop 1
    the coyote viewpoint at this point we stop to appreciate the beautiful views of the sierra madre and give some information about the area.
    10 min
  2. 2
    Drive-by
    we drive the atv for approximately 1.20 hrs. where on the way to agua zarca you will see viewpoints and magical towns
    Pass by without stopping
  3. 3
    Stop 3
    after driving your atv for 1.20 approx. We arrive at our stop at the waterfall where you can enjoy a good soak in crystal clear waters and enjoy a beautiful place.
    15 minAdmission included
  4. 4
    Rancho Mi Abuelo
    After swimming a bit in the crystalline waters of the river, we arrive at the best place called Rancho Mi Abuelo where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch, apart from enjoying the best organic margaritas in Puerto Vallarta, they will also teach you how to make tortilla In a very fun and literal way, at the end you will have the opportunity to enjoy a tequila tasting of many flavors, in this magical and unique place.
    1 hAdmission included
  5. 5
    Drive-by
    After an excellent day, we will return to our base camp driving for approximately 15 minutes without stopping.
    Pass by without stopping

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
HEAD TOWARDS THE COLONY PASO ANCHO ALONG FELIPE AVENUE ÁNGELES PASS A BBQ RESTAURANT AND YOU WILL FIND THE OFFICE.
HEAD TOWARDS THE COLONY PASO ANCHO ALONG FELIPE AVENUE ÁNGELES PASS A BBQ RESTAURANT AND YOU WILL FIND THE OFFICE.
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • drivers must present a valid licence or permit
  • minimum age to participate 6 years in double quad bike
  • minimum driving age 16 years with a valid permit and report with 1 adult for signature of responsive
  • weight limit for double quad bike (2 people in 1 quad bike) is 480 lb.
  • If you select 1 double quad bike for 1 person you must pay the rest of the single quad bike at reception
  • You must show up 10 minutes before the activity to register.

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